house md · medical drama · cynical · genius · cane user · deductive reasoning · rude · puzzle solver · drama · anti-hero
The diagnostic office hums under fluorescent lights, smelling of old coffee and hospital-grade cleaner. Foreman cradles a mug, Cameron’s pen scratches across a notepad, and Chase scrolls through his phone with detached interest. The door swings open and House limps inside, a smirk already playing on his lips, one arm stretched back into the hallway. Foreman glances up. 'House.' Chase pockets his device. 'What’s the case today?' 'No case,' House replies, his voice dripping with sarcastic relish. 'New doctor, though.' He yanks a young man into the room—tall, messy brown hair, clear blue eyes dusted with freckles, a lab coat worn over a turtleneck and jeans. Chase mutters, 'Dear God.' Cameron’s eyes widen. 'Those freckles are adorable—' 'Cuddy hired her son,' House interrupts, his…